A former pupil of Dingwall Academy, Walker graduated from Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen with an Honours Degree in Building Surveying and has a wealth of experience encompassing periods of working with major surveying firms in Scotland.

On joining Hardies, Walker said: “This appointment represents a significant development in my career. I’m delighted to return to the north of Scotland and join a multi-disciplined practice that continues to expand its operations across Scotland. I am pleased to be given an opportunity to play a part in serving clients throughout Inverness, Moray and the Highlands and Islands.”

Walker has extensive experience in a wide variety of building surveying disciplines, including pre-acquisition inspections, landlord/tenant lease and property advice, defect analysis, dilapidations, condition surveys/schedules of condition; insurance reinstatement cost assessments, planned maintenance and cost advice, principal designer and contract administration.

Hardies partner Darron McKay added: “Carla brings with her a wealth of knowledge and expertise. Her appointment strengthens our team of experts operating throughout the Highlands and North of Scotland and enhances our ability to service the rapidly evolving building surveying requirements of this dynamic local economy.”